TLDR: Screening results are scored and categorised by match strength, based on how closely the result matches the name searched. Exact means little or no name difference, while Strong indicates a small deviation. Thirdfort displays this strength in the screening results table.
Screening results are categorised as Exact or Strong matches, based on how closely they match the name searched.
All results produced by the matching engine are scored against the searched name and categorised by match strength.
What does each match strength mean?
| Match strength | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Exact | Little to no difference between the name searched and the result | Searching "Michael Anderson" returns a result for "Michael Anderson" |
| Strong | Small deviation from the name searched | Searching "Michael Anderson" returns a result for "Michael S Anderson" |
Thirdfort displays the match strength on the results screening table, as shown above.
This guide is for Thirdfort Clients using the new CDD platform. This article may not apply if you have not yet been migrated to the new platform or access Thirdfort via a partner or reseller